Hi, I’m Ty Pleas, founder and CEO of Kids With Cameras. As a passionate advocate for both artistic expression and community building, I founded Kids With Cameras with a vision to empower children through the transformative power of photography. Witnessing the profound impact that creative outlets had on young minds, I recognized the immense potential of combining camera skills with cultivating qualities of good citizenship. Through our nonprofit organization, we aim to equip kids with essential camera skills while fostering qualities like empathy, teamwork, and social responsibility, nurturing them to become not only talented photographers but also compassionate and engaged citizens. By blending artistic exploration with character development, Kids With Cameras aspires to shape the next generation of both skilled visual storytellers and compassionate change-makers who will make a positive impact on their communities and beyond.